Levered ETFs. Who's trading them and why?

Discussion in 'ETFs' started by NTB, Dec 27, 2009.

  1. NTB

    NTB

    I know that millions and millions of shares of levered ETFs trade each day. Who are the largest traders of these products? I know that short-term, day/swing traders represent one group, however, I was also looking for other possible traders. Are there any institutional traders who use these levered ETF products? If so, why would they? What is the motivation to trade these levered ETFs? If anyone knows the names of actual firms trading these levered ETFs, I'd be very curious. Thanks in advance!
     
  2. Dermatio

    Dermatio

    Most large funds use them as strictly hedging tools.